Sony Projector VPL-GT100 User Manual

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Preparation
1After connecting the AC power 
cord to the unit, plug the AC 
power cord into a wall outlet.
The ON/STANDBY indicator lights in 
red and the unit goes into standby mode.
2Press the ?/1 (ON/STANDBY) 
button to turn on the unit. 
The ON/STANDBY indicator flashes in 
green, and then lights in green.
3Adjust the focus.
Press the LENS ADJUSTMENT 
(FOCUS) button to display the Lens 
Focus adjustment window (test pattern). 
Then adjust the focus of the picture by 
pressing the M/m/
						

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5Adjust the picture position.
Press the LENS ADJUSTMENT 
(SHIFT) button to display the Lens Shift 
adjustment window (test pattern). Then 
adjust to the proper position of the 
picture by pressing the M/m/
						

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Preparation
To adjust the horizontal position
Press 
						

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The range to move the picture projected on the screen can be adjusted only within the octagon area 
illustrated below. For details, see “Projection Distance and Lens Shift Range” (1 page 77).
To adjust the tilt of the installation surface
If the unit is installed on an uneven surface, use the front feet (adjustable) to keep the unit 
level.
 If the unit is tilted up or down, the projected image may be trapezoidal.
 Be careful not to catch your finger when turning the front feet (adjustable).
Lens adjustment window (test pattern)
Note
Notes
Range of movement of 
the projected picture
Projected Picture
H: Width of the projected picture
V: Height of the projected picture
0.8V
0.8V 0.31H 0.31H
Front feet (adjustable)Turn to adjust.
The dashed lines show the screen sizes of 
each aspect ratio. 1.33:1 (4:3)
2.35:1
1.85:1 1.78:1 (16:9) 
						

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Preparation
Connecting the Unit
When making connections, be sure to do the following:
 Turn off all equipment before making any connections.
 Use the proper cables for each connection.
 Insert the cable plugs properly; poor connection at the plugs may cause a malfunction or 
poor picture quality. When pulling out a cable, be sure to pull it out from the plug, not 
the cable itself.
 Do not use connecting cables excessively bent, or place heavy objects on them.
 Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment.
To connect to equipment with HDMI output connectors
Connect to a Blue-ray disc player/recorder or PS3® equipped with HDMI output. If you 
have a Control for HDMI compatible equipment, you can operate the unit synchronizing 
with the Control for HDMI compatible equipment. For details, see “HDMI Setting” of the 
Function  menu (1 page 43) and “About the Control for HDMI” (1 page 55).
 
Connecting to a VCR
HDMI cable (not supplied)
: Video signal flow Right side of the unit
Equipment with HDMI output 
connectors
to HDMI output AV amplifier
Speakers
When using an optional HDMI cable, be sure to use a Sony 
HDMI cable or other cable that has the HDMI logo. 
						

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 Use a high-speed HDMI cable. With a standard HDMI cable, images of 1080p, DeepColor, 3D 
video and 4K video may not be displayed properly.
 When connecting an HDMI cable to the unit, make sure the 
V mark on the upper part of the HDMI 
input of the unit and the v mark on the connector of the cable is set at the same position.
 If the picture from equipment connected to the unit with an HDMI cable is not correct, check the 
settings of the connected equipment.
When connecting two DisplayPort cables to project a “4096 × 2160” or “3840 × 2160” 
high resolution picture, connect DisplayPort output 1 and DisplayPort output 2 of the 
workstation to DisplayPort input 1 and DisplayPort input 2 of the unit respectively.
If no picture is projected with the workstation connected to the unit with DisplayPort cables, check 
the settings of the workstation, or graphic boards.
Notes
Connecting to a workstation (V Split display connection)
Note
DisplayPort cables (not supplied)
: Video signal flowDisplayPort output Right side of the unitWorkstation 
						

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Preparation
 
 Use a high-speed HDMI cable. With a standard HDMI cable, images of 1080p video may not be 
displayed properly.
 When connecting an HDMI cable, make sure the 
V mark on the upper part of the HDMI input of 
the unit and the 
v mark on the connector of the cable is set at the same position.
 If you set your computer, such as a notebook type, to output the signal to both computer’s display 
and this equipment, the picture of the equipment may not appear properly. Set your computer to 
output the signal to only the external monitor.
For details, refer to the computer’s operating instructions supplied with your computer. For 
settings of the computer, consult with the manufacturer of the computer.
 If the picture from equipment connected to the unit with an HDMI or DisplayPort cable is not 
correct, check the settings of the connected equipment.
Connecting to a Computer
Notes
DisplayPort cable (not supplied) or HDMI cable (not supplied)
: Video signal flow Right side of the unit
to monitor outputComputer
When using an optional HDMI cable, be sure to use a Sony 
HDMI cable or other cable that has the HDMI logo. 
						

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This unit incorporates a 3D Sync Transmitter. Depending on the installation environment 
of the unit, the 3D glasses may not receive 3D signals properly from the unit’s built-in 3D 
Sync Transmitter. In this case, connect an optional 3D Sync Transmitter and place it near 
your viewing position.
Tip
Place the optional 3D Sync Transmitter directly facing the 3D glasses. Also, in order to stabilize 
operation of the 3D glasses, it is recommended that you place the 3D Sync Transmitter near your 
viewing position.
CAUTION
Be sure to use straight-type LAN cable of up to 15 m labeled TYPE CM, and do not use 
an extension cord.
 
 The 3D SYNC connector is dedicated for the optional 3D Sync Transmitter. Do not connect 
computers or other network devices, to avoid malfunction.
 You can use a 3D Sync Transmitter separate from this unit, using an optional LAN cable (straight-
type).
If the usage environment has interference of a continuous specific frequency, synchronization of 
3D image signals and the 3D glasses may be lost. In this case, use a LAN cable labeled Category 7.
When watching 3D images in an environment that has even more interference, use the internal 
transmitter.
 Be sure to use cable of up to 15 m, and do not use an extension cord. Also, keep the LAN cable 
away from any AC power cords as much as possible.
 Only one 3D Sync Transmitter should be connected to the unit. Connecting multiple 3D Sync 
Transmitters may cause a malfunction.
Connecting to a 3D Sync Transmitter
Notes
Right side of the unit
3D Sync Transmitter (not supplied)
LAN cable (not supplied)
: 3D sync signal flow 
						

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Preparation
 When connected to the 3D Sync Transmitter, the built-in 3D Sync Transmitter feature of the unit 
will turn off. You cannot use both at the same time.
If using a commercial optical fiber HDMI cable, etc., which needs a power supply, use a 
USB cable to supply the power.
Tips
 For details on the output specification of a USB connector, see “Specifications” (1 page 66).
 Power is not supplied during standby mode.
 The USB connector of this unit is for output only. Do not connect the unit to a USB port of a PC 
etc.; it may cause a malfunction.
 Sony is not liable for loss of data or failure of a device arising from a USB connection with the unit.
 Before using, read the manual of the device to be connected.
 Before using, be sure to check the rated voltage and current of the device.
 For safety, if the input current is higher than the rated current, the output voltage of the unit may 
temporarily shut down.
Connecting a USB cable
Notes
Optical fiber HDMI cable with connector for 
USB power supply (not supplied) Right side of the unit 
						

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This section describes how to operate the unit to view the picture from the equipment 
connected to the unit. It also describes how to adjust the quality of the picture.
Projecting the 
Picture
1Power on both the unit and the 
equipment connected to the 
unit.
2Press INPUT to display the input 
palette on the screen.
3Select the equipment from 
which you want to display 
images.
Press INPUT repeatedly or press M/m/
 (enter) to select the equipment from 
which to project.
Tips
 When “Auto Input Search” is set to “On” on 
the Function   menu, only input terminals 
with effective signals are displayed in the 
input palette.
 When “Status” is set to “Off” or “All Off” on 
the Setup   menu, the input palette does 
not appear. Press the INPUT button to switch 
between input terminals in sequence.
 When the “Control for HDMI” is set to “On” 
on the Function   menu, the input terminal 
with effective signals is automatically 
displayed, synchronizing with the operation 
of the equipment connected to HDMI input 
of the unit. (Only when the connected 
equipment supports Control for HDMI 
compatible.)
Projecting/Adjusting an Image
Example:To view the picture from 
the video equipment 
connected to the HDMI 
connector of this unit.
To view the picture from Press INPUT 
to display
Equipment connected to the 
HDMI connectorHDMI
Equipment connected to the 
DisplayPort 1 connectorDisplayPort 1
Equipment connected to the 
DisplayPort 2 connectorDisplayPort 2